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The cheapest and fastest trains from Cologne to Venice

Showing times and prices for Mar 21

Cheapest price

$20

Average price

$40

Fastest journey

3 h 21 m

Average duration

3 h 27 m

Trains per day

42

Distance

187 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cologne to Venice is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Cologne to Venice will cost around $40 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $20.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Cologne to Venice without transferring at least 2 times.

RegionaleRegionale TRENORD 10129 · Regionale TRENORD 2627 · Regionale 33723
01:40PM4h58
Cologne station
06:38PMVenice Mestre
$201One-way
2 transfers
RegionaleRegionale TRENORD 10137 · Regionale TRENORD 2635 · Regionale 33719
05:40PM5h16
Cologne station
10:56PMVenice Mestre
$201One-way
2 transfers
RegionaleAutobus TRENORD 1113A · Regionale TRENORD 2613 · Regionale 33721
06:01AM4h37
Cologne station
10:38AMVenice Mestre
$201One-way
2 transfers
RegionaleRegionale TRENORD 10135 · Regionale TRENORD 2671 · Regionale 33733
04:40PM4h21
Cologne station
09:01PMVenice Mestre
$201One-way
2 transfers
RegionaleRegionale TRENORD 10119 · Regionale TRENORD 2651 · Regionale 33735
08:40AM3h33
Cologne station
12:13PMVenice Mestre
$201One-way
2 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus, train, and flight for Cologne to Venice

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Venice among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $7, and a flight costs an average of $202.

Distance: 116 miles (187 km)

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2h 54m

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2h 24m

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30m

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10h 28m

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7h 28m

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3h 43m

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Live departures

Cologne to Venice train times

The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Venice trains for tomorrow, Friday, March 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 10:35 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
trenitaliaregAutobus TRENORD 1113A+italo8981
On time
5:01 AM Cologne station
9h41
2:42 PM Venice Santa Lucia
1 transfer
trenitaliaregAutobus TRENORD 1113A · Regionale TRENORD 2613 · Regionale 337215:01 AM Cologne station
4h37
9:38 AM Venice Mestre2 transfers
trenitaliaregAutobus TRENORD 1113A+italo8977
On time
5:01 AM Cologne station
8h11
1:12 PM Venice Santa Lucia
1 transfer
trenitaliaregRegionale TRENORD 10115+italo8977
On time
5:44 AM Cologne station
7h28
1:12 PM Venice Santa Lucia
1 transfer
trenitaliaregRegionale TRENORD 10115+italo8981
On time
5:44 AM Cologne station
8h58
2:42 PM Venice Santa Lucia
1 transfer
trenitaliaregRegionale TRENORD 10115 · Regionale TRENORD 2613 · Regionale 337215:44 AM Cologne station
4h06
9:50 AM Venice Santa Lucia2 transfers
trenitaliaregRegionale TRENORD 10117 · Regionale TRENORD 2615 · Regionale 336596:40 AM Cologne station
3h33
10:13 AM Venice Mestre2 transfers
trenitaliaregRegionale TRENORD 10117+italo8977
On time
6:40 AM Cologne station
6h32
1:12 PM Venice Santa Lucia
1 transfer
trenitaliaregRegionale TRENORD 10117+italo8981
On time
6:40 AM Cologne station
8h02
2:42 PM Venice Santa Lucia
1 transfer
trenitaliaregRegionale TRENORD 10101+italo8977
On time
6:59 AM Cologne station
6h13
1:12 PM Venice Santa Lucia
1 transfer
trenitaliaregRegionale TRENORD 10101+italo8981
On time
6:59 AM Cologne station
7h43
2:42 PM Venice Santa Lucia
1 transfer
trenitaliaregRegionale TRENORD 10101 · Regionale TRENORD 2615 · Regionale 336596:59 AM Cologne station
3h27
10:26 AM Venice Santa Lucia2 transfers
trenitaliaregRegionale TRENORD 10119+italo8981
On time
7:40 AM Cologne station
7h02
2:42 PM Venice Santa Lucia
1 transfer
trenitaliaregRegionale TRENORD 10119 · Regionale TRENORD 2617 · Regionale 337357:40 AM Cologne station
3h46
11:26 AM Venice Santa Lucia2 transfers
trenitaliaregRegionale TRENORD 10119 · Regionale TRENORD 2651 · Regionale 337357:40 AM Cologne station
3h33
11:13 AM Venice Mestre2 transfers
trenitaliaregRegionale TRENORD 10119+italo8977
On time
7:40 AM Cologne station
5h32
1:12 PM Venice Santa Lucia
1 transfer
trenitaliaregRegionale TRENORD 10121 · Regionale TRENORD 2619 · Regionale 337298:40 AM Cologne station
3h46
12:26 PM Venice Santa Lucia2 transfers
trenitaliaregRegionale TRENORD 10121+italo8981
On time
8:40 AM Cologne station
6h02
2:42 PM Venice Santa Lucia
1 transfer
trenitaliaregRegionale TRENORD 10123+italo8981
On time
9:40 AM Cologne station
5h02
2:42 PM Venice Santa Lucia
1 transfer
trenitaliaregRegionale TRENORD 10123 · Regionale TRENORD 2621 · Regionale 337059:40 AM Cologne station
4h10
1:50 PM Venice Santa Lucia2 transfers
trenitaliaregRegionale TRENORD 10125 · Regionale TRENORD 2623 · Regionale 3366110:40 AM Cologne station
3h34
2:14 PM Venice Santa Lucia2 transfers
trenitaliaregRegionale TRENORD 10125+italo8995
On time
10:40 AM Cologne station
12h15
10:55 PM Venice Santa Lucia
1 transfer
trenitaliaregRegionale TRENORD 10125 · Regionale TRENORD 2623 · Regionale 3366110:40 AM Cologne station
3h21
2:01 PM Venice Mestre2 transfers
trenitaliaregRegionale TRENORD 10127+italo8995
On time
11:40 AM Cologne station
11h15
10:55 PM Venice Santa Lucia
1 transfer
trenitaliaregRegionale TRENORD 10127 · Regionale TRENORD 2625 · Regionale 3371711:40 AM Cologne station
4h23
4:03 PM Venice Santa Lucia2 transfers
trenitaliaregRegionale TRENORD 10129 · Regionale TRENORD 2627 · Regionale 3372312:40 PM Cologne station
4h58
5:38 PM Venice Mestre2 transfers
trenitaliaregRegionale TRENORD 10129+italo8995
On time
12:40 PM Cologne station
10h15
10:55 PM Venice Santa Lucia
1 transfer
trenitaliaregRegionale TRENORD 10129+frecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 973312:40 PM Cologne station
4h23
5:03 PM Venice Santa Lucia1 transfer
trenitaliaregRegionale TRENORD 10131 · Regionale TRENORD 2629 · Regionale 337231:40 PM Cologne station
4h10
5:50 PM Venice Santa Lucia2 transfers
trenitaliaregRegionale TRENORD 10131+italo8995
On time
1:40 PM Cologne station
9h15
10:55 PM Venice Santa Lucia
1 transfer
trenitaliaregRegionale TRENORD 10133 · Regionale TRENORD 2631 · Regionale 337252:40 PM Cologne station
4h23
7:03 PM Venice Santa Lucia2 transfers
trenitaliaregRegionale TRENORD 10133+italo8995
On time
2:40 PM Cologne station
8h15
10:55 PM Venice Santa Lucia
1 transfer
trenitaliaregRegionale TRENORD 10135+frecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 97373:40 PM Cologne station
4h53
8:33 PM Venice Mestre1 transfer
trenitaliaregRegionale TRENORD 10135+italo8995
On time
3:40 PM Cologne station
7h15
10:55 PM Venice Santa Lucia
1 transfer
trenitaliaregRegionale TRENORD 10135 · Regionale TRENORD 2671 · Regionale 337333:40 PM Cologne station
4h21
8:01 PM Venice Mestre2 transfers
trenitaliaregRegionale TRENORD 10135 · Regionale TRENORD 2633 · Regionale 337333:40 PM Cologne station
4h34
8:14 PM Venice Santa Lucia2 transfers
trenitaliaregRegionale TRENORD 10134 · Regionale TRENORD 2238+frecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 97554:20 PM Cologne station
4h51
9:11 PM Venice Mestre2 transfers
trenitaliaregRegionale TRENORD 10137 · Regionale TRENORD 2635 · Regionale 337194:40 PM Cologne station
5h16
9:56 PM Venice Mestre2 transfers
trenitaliaregRegionale TRENORD 10137+italo8995
On time
4:40 PM Cologne station
6h15
10:55 PM Venice Santa Lucia
1 transfer
trenitaliaregRegionale TRENORD 10139 · Regionale TRENORD 2637 · Regionale 337195:40 PM Cologne station
4h29
10:09 PM Venice Santa Lucia2 transfers
trenitaliaregRegionale TRENORD 10139+italo8995
On time
5:40 PM Cologne station
5h15
10:55 PM Venice Santa Lucia
1 transfer
trenitaliaregRegionale TRENORD 10143 · Regionale TRENORD 2641 · Regionale 336957:40 PM Cologne station
3h23
11:03 PM Venice Santa Lucia2 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Cologne to Venice

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Trains from Cologne to Venice run on average 34 times per day, taking around 2h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $20 (€17) but you can travel from only $7 (€6) by bus.

The earliest train runs at 00:20, the last at 22:12. The fastest train covers the 116 miles (187 km) distance in 2h 57m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $7 (€6)
Distance
116 miles (187 km)
Average train duration
2h 24m
Cheapest ticket price
$20 (€17)
Trains per day
34
Fastest train
2h 57m
First train
00:20
Last train
22:12
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $7 (€6)

Train companies: Italo, Frecciarossa, Regionale from Cologne to Venice trainsItalo, Frecciarossa, Regionale trains will get you between Cologne and Venice from $7 (€6). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Italo

About
Italo is Italy’s private high-speed train service operated by Nuovo Trasporto Viaggiatori (NTV), connecting major cities such as Rome, Milan, Naples, Florence, Turin, Bologna, and Salerno. Its fleet includes the Italo AGV 575, capable of speeds up to 186 mph (300 km/h), and the eco-friendly Italo EVO, which reaches up to 150 mph (250 km/h). Passengers can choose from four classes — Smart, Comfort, Prima, and Club Executive — all offering modern amenities such as free Wi-Fi, power outlets, reclining leather seats, footrests, bathrooms, snack machines, and Italo Live entertainment with movies, music, and games. Italo offers three fare types — Low Cost, Economy, and Flex — providing different levels of price and flexibility. Popular routes include Rome–Milan, Rome–Florence, and Milan–Turin, making Italo a fast, comfortable, and convenient way to travel around Italy.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Luggage included
2 pieces of hand luggage (max 55x35x25cm) and 1 piece of luggage (max 75x53x30cm)
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas between seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Snack bar service available in most trains with drinks and light refreshments. Welcome service in Prima and Club Executive classes
Seat reservation
Included in Prima and Club Executive. Optional extra cost in Smart and Comfort
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and assistance available for passengers with reduced mobility
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Larger dogs require paid ticket and muzzle. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone

Frecciarossa

About
Step on board a Frecciarossa train and relax as you travel across Italy. Trenitalia’s Frecciarossa high-speed trains make around 200 connections across the country each day and are renowned for their comfort, speed, and reduced environmental impact. Reaching speeds of up to 186 mph (300 km/h), they connect major destinations such as Rome, Florence, Milan, Venice, and Naples quickly and efficiently. When booking your Frecciarossa journey, you can choose between four classes: Standard, Premium, Business, and Executive. While each class offers different levels of comfort, all provide free Wi-Fi access, power outlets, air conditioning, bathrooms, luggage storage, onboard entertainment, and restaurant and bar services. Ticket options include Super Economy, Economy, and Base, making it easy to find the right balance of comfort and price for your trip.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 2m
Cheapest Price
$17 (€14)
Frecciarossa frequency
14 a day
Luggage included
1 carry-on bag and 1 suitcase per passenger
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at carriage ends, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policy depends on ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car with full meals, bar service with snacks and beverages, at-seat service in Executive class
Seat reservation
Included in Executive class, optional fee for other classes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require paid ticket and muzzle, service animals free
Quiet zone

Regionale

About
Regionale is the regional train service of national carrier Trenitalia connecting all of Italy. It is the most convinient way to travel to both big cities and the smallest villages all over the Italian country. The regional trains have different names depending on the region they serve, such as Treno Regionale Veloce (TRV) and Treno Regionale Lento (TRL). Treno Rock and Treno pop are the two new trains part of Trenitalia regionale fleet. Trenitalia Regionale offers a variety of ticket types, including single tickets (economy and standard), return tickets, and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, and power sockets. The most popular routes for Regionale are between Rome and Milan, Naples and Florence, and Turin and Venice.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 57m
Cheapest Price
$20 (€17)
Regionale frequency
21 a day
Luggage included
Free hand luggage allowance included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas between seats
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund provided
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Bar service available on some trains with snacks and beverages
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included in ticket price for most services
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and assistance available for passengers with reduced mobility
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Larger dogs require paid ticket and muzzle
Quiet zone

FAQs: Trains from Cologne to Venice

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne to Venice by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Venice, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Train ticket prices from Cologne to Venice can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $20 (€17), while the average price is around $22 (€18).
The train from Cologne to Venice takes 2h 57m and runs 34 per day.
The distance by train from Cologne to Venice is 116 miles (187 km).
The first train from Cologne to Venice leaves at 12:20 AM.
The last train from Cologne to Venice leaves at 10:12 PM.
Yes, there is a high-speed train from Cologne to Venice.
There is no direct train service currently available from Cologne to Venice.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Cologne to Venice.
The train station in Cologne that goes to Venice is Cologne station, which connects to Venice Santa Lucia.
The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Venice is by bus, with a cost of around $7 (€6).
Yes, the train journey from Cologne to Venice is scenic, offering views of the Rhine Valley, the Black Forest, and the Alps, providing a picturesque experience as you travel through diverse landscapes.
A day trip from Cologne to Venice is not feasible, as the journey takes 2h 57m. However, there are 33 train trips available per day. The distance is 116 miles (187 km).
In Venice, you can explore the vibrant Rialto Market for fresh produce and seafood, take a romantic gondola ride through the canals, visit the Peggy Guggenheim Collection modern art museum, enjoy a traditional meal at a local osteria, and attend a classical music concert in a historic church. Don't miss iconic sights like St. Mark's Basilica, Doge's Palace, Rialto Bridge, the Grand Canal, and Murano Island known for glassmaking.
Typically, 2 to 3 days in Venice are sufficient to explore the main attractions, such as St. Mark's Basilica, the Grand Canal, and the Rialto Bridge, while allowing time for leisurely strolls through the city's charming streets and canals.
Yes, you can take the train from Cologne to Venice.

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Popular train stations from Cologne to Venice

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The major train station for departures in Cologne is Cologne. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Cologne for your trip from Cologne to Venice.
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